Panel Beater

Looking for your next opportunity? Contribute your knowledge and skills to our team We're currently seeking a highly experienced individual who is reliable and passionate in leading a team on a daily basis. This key role will assist in ongoing support of innovative practices as we continue to strive towards being an industry leader in the maintenance of our fleet. Come on board with Busways as a ​Panel Beater / Body Builder​ at our ​Kempsey​Depot.

What We Offer:

• Earning Potential: ​$105,000​ - ​$115,000+​ including reasonable overtime loading and generous allowances ​Inclusive of super​
• ​​$36.01​ - ​$39.76​ per hour, depending on skills and experience
• Tool Allowance: ​$17.90 payable weekly​
• Attendance Allowance: ​$32 payable on rostered worked hours​
• Annual Leave: loading of 17.5%
• Ongoing Training and Development: Including in-house Heavy Vehicle Brake courses presented by a registered TAFE teacher
• Exposure to Advanced Technologies: Work on a range of vehicles, including Euro 5 & 6 technologies
• Licence Upgrade Opportunities: Upgrade from a car licence to MR licence, with costs covered by the company
• Career Progression: The chance to fulfil higher duties or undertake additional roles
• Benefit Programs: Fitness passport, Novated Lease options, Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Team Environment: Work in a close knit, team oriented environment with quarterly BBQs to celebrate together
• Employee Referral Programs: Opportunity to earn a cash bonus for successfully referring qualified candidates for selected positions

Role Responsibilities:

This role requires a mature and professional approach with excellent communication skills. Your main duties will include:

• Assess damage to the bus body panels and structures , providing accurate estimates for repair work
• Remove and replace damaged panels , hoods, fenders, and other body components using hand and power tools
• Straighten and repair bent or damaged frame and body structure ensuring it complies with OEM specifications
• Perform welding and fabrication work as needed to restore structure
• Blend and finish repaired areas to prepare for painting, ensuring a smooth and uniform finish
• Undertaking the preparation and cleaning of all surfaces prior to any paint application taking place this may include filing, grinding and sanding the body of a vehicle to restore a smooth vehicle surface
• Provide all body structural, accident damage and associated repairs, service and maintenance to vehicles as required. Work on associated components to complete whole tasks within the skill level of the position
• Provide maintenance, preparation, replacement and repairs to all vehicle body components, panels, frames, and door systems
• Manufacture, service and fit vehicle components constructed from such materials as aluminum, timber, steel, stainless steel, glass, fiberglass, sealing and bonding materials
• Demonstrating and maintaining clean workshop practices in your day-to-day role and ensuring that these practices meet the high standards held by the Workshops team
• Ensuring that all maintenance and repairs are performed according to company policies and procedures, and are recorded on the designated forms and documents provided
• Maintaining and performing all workshop practices in a manner that adheres to all Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations

Our workshop staff play a critical role within the business to ensure our ever-evolving fleet of vehicles are continually maintained to the highest standard to keep our staff and passengers safe out on the road.

You can expect to be provided with all necessary training, this will include relevant information about our various makes and models of vehicles to ensure a thorough understanding of standards required to meet contract obligations.

About Us:

Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering high-performing transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real-world solutions, we provide public bus services on behalf of state governments. Our team of 2,800 operates 1,350 buses and 47 million journeys annually.

Choose an Organisation that Values You:

We invite you to consider Busways as your Employer of choice through this opportunity. Join an organisation who supports an inclusive and safe, team focused environment, where you can expect to work alongside leaders and colleagues with diverse skills and knowledge to share, contributing towards the creation of a meaningful employment experience. We value, recognise and appreciate that our employees are the driving force behind our success, allowing us to thrive.

We offer our employees the chance to develop, evolve and take on additional duties throughout their time with us, providing possibilities to progress their career over time. We encourage our employees to follow their passion for growth within the organisation, supporting advancement throughout the journey they choose to share with us.

The Successful Applicant Will:

• Hold the relevant trade qualifications (MVTC) essential
• Certificate lll in Automotive Body Repair Technology
• Proven experience as a Body Builder/Panel Beater particular with larger vehicles
• Have experience in the service and maintenance of vehicles (training provided to develop these skills)
• Strong knowledge of the bus body construction and repair techniques including welding and metalworking
• Ensure adherence and understanding to WHS regulations and relevant company policies
• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Have experience working in a team environment on daily maintenance and repair schedules
• Apply a proactive approach with a drive for continuous improvement
• Be physically fit to carry out the necessities of the role
• Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Hold a current Unrestricted Australian drivers licence issued by the relevant State

Highly Regarded but Not Necessary:

• Medium Rigid (MR) or above Australian drivers licence

Apply now:

If you believe this is the perfect role for you, please apply by submitting a resume and a cover letter that specifically addresses your suitability to the role Individual applications will be processed as soon as they are received. Applications can be submitted by clicking 'Apply Now' or sending an email to: 

For any queries about the role please contact the Regional Assets Manager, Fleet: ​Shane Golden on ​.

Busways is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from diverse social, cultural, and gender backgrounds.

No agency applications, please.